Norm is commonly defined as which of the following?

• A. A pattern or something that is expected
• B. A model
• C. A guideline
• D. A rule or standard

Answer: (D)

Norm means a standard by which behavior or situations are judged. It’s what people in a group typically follow, an established way things should be done. That’s why “a rule or standard” is the best fit: it captures both the idea of an agreed-upon guideline and the governing expectation that people use to measure actions. A pattern or something that is expected points more to frequency or typicality, but doesn’t emphasize the governing standard aspect as directly. A model is just an example to imitate, and a guideline is more casual advice than a formal standard, so they don’t fit as precisely.